One Woman’s Mission on Fort Belknap Reservation
Nora Mabie, a longtime resident, pursues better health outcomes on the Fort Belknap Reservation. In a quiet August morning, retired cop Tescha Hawley’s work vehicle slows near her home as hundreds gather at the far end, she recalls with concern.
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Native American Life Expectancy Gaps Spotlight Fort Belknap
Tescha Hawley leads Day Eagle Hope Project on Fort Belknap Reservation to improve health outcomes. She distributes food and provides transportation, gas cards, and navigation help to access care while advocating preventive services amid systemic barriers. The initiative, backed by USC Annenberg journalism fellowship, highlights regional disparities and local resilience.
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Montana Tunnels mine faces bond forfeiture
Montana Tunnels mined gold, silver, zinc and lead at its open pit near Jefferson City but has not operated since 2008. Its permit was suspended in 2018 for an inadequate bond and the company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in December 2022.
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Commissioners call for government charter review in Butte
Butte Silver Bow commissioners urge an independent review of the county charter after nearly 20 years. They propose a two year study funded by voters in the June primary, with a 2026 ballot to accept or reject any proposed changes.
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